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10+ Life-Changing Management Books for Beginners (2025 Edition)
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items When I first became a manager, I was terrified. I had worked my way up from server to front desk, then to Operations Manager, and eventually to General Manager, and I suddenly realized how much I had to learn about leadership. That’s when I turned to self-help books. The titles on this list are ones that shaped me most, whether they were recommended by incredible mentors, my Fortune 500 company, or chosen ...
Map
First book I was given when I became a General Manager- it changed my life. Make sure you get it.
The First 90 Days: Proven Strategies
My first recommendation from my brother - Its short to the point and the best advice you will ever hear! It is very motivating, encouraging and inspiring!
Who Moved My Cheese?: A-Mazing Way to Change
By far the BEST book you will ever own. Been using the information in here for over 10 years, and met ALL the Wildly Important Goals (WIG) I ever made.
The 4 Disciplines of Execution: Achieve Goals
If you don't have time to read, you can listen to the audio book - but as a manager - YOU MUST pick this up as one of your top 3 books to guide you to be the best leader you will ever be!
Crucial Conversations Tools, 2nd Edition
When you are having trouble with your team - you are not sure what to do, who to cut, who to keep - read this fable, it will make things clearer!
The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: Leadership Fable
Don't finish your first year as a leader without reading this. This helped me win an award as a General Manager - as it was very simple and applicable no matter what!
7 Habits of Highly Effective People
His Fables changed my life - Read this book before you have any new meetings. It will change your perspective!
Death by Meeting: A Leadership Fable
If you are having a hard time figuring out how to be the best manager - TRY this book out! It changed my life.
First, Break All the Rules: What Great Managers Do
ITs a long one - but its worth it once you read through the story. Impactful story that teaches you how to lead and guide and be the best at what you desire.
Leading at The Edge: Leadership Lessons
I personally know her, and she made me an award winning General Manager with her advice. So check the book out - it is amazing!
Yes Book | The Wise Pineapple
You will not go wrong with this book. It truly took me from being good to being great and helping teams to win.
Good to Great: Study of Lasting Management Strategies
I needed this when I realized that EVERY ROLE is a SALES role, and I wasn't good at selling. CHANGED MY LIFE!!!
How to Win Friends & Influence People
Made my appreciate everyone on my team, and understand why its better to seek to understand first…
Outliers: The Story of Success: Gladwell, Malcolm